Racing NSW announced on Wednesday that 12 lucky winners will own a slot for the chance to share in $1.3 million.

Each winning ticket holder will then have an entry in The Kosciuszko and can select a NSW country-trained horse to race on their behalf, subject to agreeing with the horse’s owners as to how they will share the prizemoney for the race.

Racing NSW can assist the winning ticket holders in identifying horses for selection.

“The race is a great way to showcase NSW country-trained horses, giving them the chance to compete at one of Australia’s biggest days of racing," said Minister for Racing Paul Toole.

"I congratulate Racing NSW on this exciting new initiative to support regional NSW racing, which plays such a vital role in cities and towns across the state."

Tickets in the Kosciuszko promotion go on sale on Thursday July 19, with the draw will be held on September 14.